It's 10PM: Know Where Your Children Are With GPS Tracking
It's not being a parent these days. It seems like we never stop
worrying about our children, from the moment they step forth
into the world, to their teenage angst driven years, and beyond.
Some things never change. Except science and technology. With
GPS tracking devices it is now possible to keep tabs on your
children without constantly worrying if everything is alright.
Is GPS The Missing Link to Effective Parenting?
No. GPS is a tool like most technologies which are designed to
give you peace of mind. Things that certain global positioning
systems devices can indicate include that of where a person is,
and even trigger an alarm whenever that person crosses certain
safety zones. More advanced models can provide more information
such as the blood pressure, heart rate and body temperature of
the person wearing this communications device (usually in the
form of a watch, cell phone, or PDA-like device).
Some Practical Situations
Imagine going shopping, or attending a parade, or even visiting
a foreign country with your children. A GPS tracking device
would save you lots of headaches down the road and provide a
better sense of knowing where your children are. This applies
even when your child grows older and you'd like to have a
somewhat of a better sense of knowing they are not in harms way
by immediately knowing their location.
One important thing to reinforce is this, GPS, like a swimming
paddle, is a precautionary tool, and not a replacement for your
own vigilance in watching over your children. Please do not
allow anyone or anything take the place of the sacred bond you
hold between you and your child. You must be in control of the
tools, don't let them be in control of you.